Homeschool Programs

Photo of Elizabeth Thiltges teaching an activity for Homeschool Youth Science Day

Homeschool Programs

Lancaster County 4-H offers hands-on activities and programs to a variety of homeschool learning communities. Programs offer experiential learning on topics such as STEM (science, technology, engineering​, math), ag literacy, communication, leadership, citizenship and more! 

To request program and/or curriculum opportunities for your homeschool learning community, contact Elizabeth Thiltges at ethiltges2@unl.edu or 402-441-7180.

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Opportunities

  • Youth Science Day for Homeschooled Youth will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2025, 9–12 a.m. at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County conference rooms, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Suite A, Lincoln, Nebraska. It is open to all homeschooled youth, grades K–6th (most lessons geared towards 3rd–5th graders). Fee is $10 per youth, due at event check-in. Youth will focus on lessons involving science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) activities. Youth will have the opportunity to: 
    1) demonstrate and utilize STEM skills and abilities to solve everyday situations 
    2) process information, analyze complex problems and make informed decisions. 
    More details will be posted here closer to the event.
  • Embryology & EGG Cam
  • Many homeschool families participate in the 4-H club program and exhibit in 4-H at the Lancaster County Super Fair.

"[Youth Science Day for Homeschooled Youth] was a wonderful day and our students really enjoyed it, and learned a lot. Our staff members were very impressed with the projects too."

— Sr. Jeanette Rerucha, Villa Marie Home and School for Exceptional Children